quattro digest, Vol 1 #1147 - 16 msgs

[Dave]

I was all set to remove the power steering pump on my 90Q 
a while back when another lister suggested checking the
bushings on the sway bar link pivots.  Sure enough, a shot 
of oil to each one fixed it.  They made a groaning sound 
exactly like a failing power steering pump.  Maybe your 
200Q has a similar setup.
Dave

> 
> Message: 12
> From: edkellock at juno.com
> To: quattro at audifans.com
> Date: Thu, 1 Mar 2001 22:41:39 -0700
> Subject: More steering noises
> 
> Since we're already on the topic...
> 
> I've noticed recently a noise in the steering
> on my 89 200q.  It happens while the steering
> is being turned.  Think of the sound and
> sensation of power steering when you put
> a higher load on it, like when you're trying to
> turn the wheel while sitting still or when
> someone turns it to lock and holds it against.
> It's almost like that but it comes and goes as
> the steering goes from lock to lock.  Seems to
> do it more when warm.  It's like the steering is
> having to work harder for a moment and then
> not and then harder and then not.  It's almost
> like there is a rough spot that it rotates past
> over and over.  It's been doing this for about
> a week, that I've notice anyway.  I haven't
> noticed any leaks.  The amount of assist or
> effort I have to exert to turn the wheel does
> not seem to change.
> 
> Any ideas?
> 
> Ed
> Colorado Springs
> 89 200q